The couple, who are due to wed on Saturday, were seen leaving Kensington Palace in one of the royal family’s Range Rovers around lunchtime local time on Thursday. Some 40 minutes later, they arrived at Windsor Castle, much to the delight of fans who are already camped out in the historic town.

The couple was photographed arriving in Windsor on Thursday. (Photo: Getty)

According to press in the area, the bride and groom drove along Long Walk in Windsor to look at the route of their procession.

Best man Prince William and Kate Middleton were also seen arriving at Windsor Castle. This marks the first time the Duchess of Cambridge has been photographed in public since she gave birth to her second son, Prince Louis, on April 23.